Train travel in Europe is relaxing,
comfortable, convenient, and so efficient that it is the perfect mode of
transportation. You can admire the passing scenery, enjoy a meal, take a
nap, or chat with your fellow travelers. You will arrive on time, rested,
refreshed, and right in the heart of town, where most European train
stations are located.

VALIDITY
Travel must begin within 6 months of the date the pass was issued unless
noted. To validate your railpass, present your pass and passport to the
railway official at the ticket window (not the conductor) prior to your
first journey. When using a Flexipass, before boarding the first train
each day, write the date in ink in the appropriate box on the pass.
A rail travel day is from midnight to midnight.

CHILDREN & YOUTH
For most European railpasses - Children: Ages 4-11 pay half the adult
fare, except as noted. Children under 4 travel free but are not entitled
to a seat when trains are crowded. Youth: Fares are for persons who are
age 12-25 at the time the railpass is validated, except as noted. All
Youth fares are second-class and all Child fares are first-class, except
as noted.

RESERVATIONS
Seat reservations are required for most high-speed trains, all specialty
trains, as well as certain InterCity, EuroCity, and ICE trains.
Reservations may be made by us before you leave for Europe, in Europe at
train stations, or by the concierge at your hotel.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
First-and second-class Sleeper compartments and Couchettes are usually
available on overnight trains. Reservations are required. Private Sleeper
compartments with wash basin, towels, bed linens and pillows are available
for one or two people in first-class and for three people in second-class.
Sleeper rates depend on accommodation type and distance traveled.

First-or second-class Couchettes will
accommodate from four to six people in bunks with a pillow and blanket.
They are open to both genders, and passengers sleep in their street
clothes. There is a flat fee charged for Couchettes.

The InterCityNight (ICN) and CityNightLine
(CNL) are just two of many sleek overnight hotel trains in Europe that
connect major business centers in Germany and Switzerland, offering
accommodations ranging from economically priced reclining seats to
private, deluxe compartments with complete bathroom facilities. Both the
InterCityNight and the CityNightLine offer such hotel amenities as a
reception desk, dining/lounge car, phone/fax access, hair dryers, wake-up
and room services. A continental breakfast is provided to those in
reclining seats, while other guests receive a hearty breakfast in their
compartment or dining car. Advance reservations are required for these
trains. Please ask our Reservations Department for hotel trains in other
European countries.